New Homes Plans for Lawrence House
A planning application for 30 new houses has been submitted for Lawrence House in Cheriton. The former care home site is to be redeveloped following its closure.
26 Feb 2012
Fuller Welcomes Easier Access in the Golden Valley
Sandgate Councillor Gary Fuller has welcomed the start of work in Golden Valley to install new drop kerbs.
24 Feb 2012
Free Summer Play for Sandgate and Cheriton
A Play Van full of toys, games and activities will offer free play opportunities in Cheriton Rec this summer.
23 Feb 2012
Tweet, Tweet: Can you fix a wall please? [Updated with reply!]
Sandgate Parish Councillor Tim Prater reported a knocked down wall in Sandgate to Shepway District Council via Twitter on Monday night.
22 Feb 2012
Better Bus Stops for Cheriton
Dilapidated bus shelters in Horn Street and Cheriton High Street have been replaced to improve the local environment and encourage local bus use. A new shelter has also installed in Weymouth Road.
22 Feb 2012
Kent Diamond Jubilee Street Parties - road closures "free and easy"
Organisers of Diamond Jubilee street parties in Kent are being supported by Kent County Council with a "free and easy" application process for road closures for quiet residential streets and cul-de-sacs.
21 Feb 2012
The Home Office, British Crime Survey and Books of Stamps!
Kent Trading Standards received an enquiry from a consumer regarding a letter received from the Home Office asking the consumer to take part in the 2011/2012 British Crime Survey along with a book of first class stamps.
15 Feb 2012
Population Census: A Message to Everyone - Act Now
The Office of National Statistics (ONS) is warning consumers about an email allegedly from National Statistician Jill Matheson entitled "Population Census: A Message to Everyone - Act Now"
15 Feb 2012
Sandgate Escarpment Village Green Application moves forward
Local residents are leading an application to see Sandgate Escarpment registered as a Village Green. Registration would add further protection to access to the area which has been open for years for residents and visitors to enjoy, on the wooded hillside below Shornecliffe Barracks and rising above Military Road, Sandgate.
TP
15 Feb 2012
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Britain’s Wildfire Crisis
Following the UK's hottest summer on record, escalating heatwaves and severe droughts have triggered catastrophic blazes across the country, damaging delicate ecosystems and destroying homes.
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LGBTQ+
Restoring Trans Rights
The Liberal Democrats will continue to stand in solidarity with trans and non-binary communities, defending equal rights, personal dignity and safety for all.
MG
21 Sep 2026
Women
Stopping Violence Against Women and Girls
The Liberal Democrats are taking a stand to hold tech companies accountable, equip the police with the right powers, and build a digital world where women and girls can live safely and without fear.
MG
21 Sep 2026
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